New Zealand All Blacks - New Zealand All Blacks Captain's Run - Stade Jean Moulin in Suresnes near Paris, France - 25/11/16 New Zealand's Coach Steve Hansen during captain's run the day before their match against France. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes
TOKYO (Reuters) - The world champion All Blacks will face Japan in a test match next year before heading to Europe for their end of season tour in an effort to boost interest ahead of the 2019 Rugby World Cup in the country.
Steve Hansen's side will meet the Brave Blossoms at a yet-to-be-decided venue on Nov. 3, a match that could be followed by a heavyweight clash against England at Twickenham between two sides vying for favouritism at the next World Cup.
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